Curtis Watson's Catfish Restaurant

4.5 ( 1622 reviews )
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$10–20
12610 S McLoud Rd, McLoud, OK 74851, United States
+1 405-386-2900

Curtis Watson's Catfish Restaurant serves up an authentic American dining experience that keeps customers coming back for more. Located in McLoud, Oklahoma, this gem is celebrated for its all-you-can-eat catfish, both fried and grilled, which has earned rave reviews from patrons. Mike Jordan described his meal as an “excellent catfish dinner” accompanied by friendly service, highlighting the value at just $18.64, including iced tea.

For those with a penchant for homestyle cooking, Peggy Killinger reminisced about her long-lost liver and onions, expertly seasoned and complemented by crispy bacon. The warm atmosphere and attentive staff add to the restaurant's charm, making it a beloved spot for locals. Lisa Smith confirms the fried catfish's flavor is unmatched, while Mak Hanson raves about the restaurant's southern hospitality, praised for its tantalizing coleslaw and signature blackberry cobbler.

Visitors can also indulge in comforting dishes like chicken-fried steak, noted by Mike Parnell as having “the best gravy” he’s ever tasted. Open for over 45 years, Curtis Watson's Catfish Restaurant combines hearty meals and a welcoming environment, ensuring every guest leaves satisfied and eagerly planning their return.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Has all you can eat
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Curtis Watson's Catfish Restaurant

Mike Jordan
Jun 10,2025
Excellent catfish dinner. I chose the all-you-can-eat dinner. It was 2 more than the regular catfish dinner. You can choose fried or grilled. I chose the grilled. You get three sides and a roll. Service was excellent, and so was the food. My total bill with an ice tea was 18.64 . This was the best stop that I just happened upon. It was next to a gas station that I had pulled into for a fill-up. The restaurant parking lot was full, so I gave it a try. I'm glad I did.
Peggy Killinger
Jun 3,2025
My first experience here was great!! Everyone was cheerful, patient, and kind! I had not had liver & onions in 30 years, and it was fantastic!! It was perfectly seasoned with good, sweet, fried onions, and I added a side of crispy bacon! My only regret is that I accidentally FORGOT to take my leftovers container!!! I will definitely return as soon as possible and as often as possible (even though it's a 20-minute drive)!!! It's an awesome, comfortable place to eat with a great variety of fantastic homestyle foods!!!
Lisa Smith
May 5,2025
I love this restaurant. It's our regular go to. The fried catfish is the absolute best! It bursts with flavor and is always fresh. The wait staff is super friendly and take care of you every time!
Mak Hanson
May 2,2025
Absolutely adore this place! It has been around for as long as I can remember for a reason!! Come hungry and always order the “all you can eat” meal. It’s worth it!! This is hands down the best coleslaw I’ve ever had. My favorite hush puppies. Excellent cat fish that will warm your soul. Then to top it all off they have blackberry cobbler which is so hard to find these days. You will feel the southern hospitality the entire time you’re visiting. Everyone is so sweet and goes above and beyond to make sure you’re having the best experience.
Mike Parnell
Apr 8,2025
FANTASTIC!! Was parked at the Sinclair next door ...Thought I would chk this place out. I knew before I even walked in it was gonna be good because of the kind of folks sitting inside plus, it was packed. Ordered the Chicken fried steak to go. Some of the best gravy I have ever had poured over a steak that was fork apart Perfect. Fabulous meal. My waitress was on point in spite of the full house. The elderly gentleman that rang up my meal said they had been there 45 years! I can totally see why. Give people a good meal for a good price. Will definitely make a point of stopping back in.
RaeLynn Burk
Apr 2,2025
Ordered the shrimp dinner and roast beef dinner. Above all the sides were amazing. A great homestyle country diner. (Truckstop diner)
Andrea K
Mar 28,2025
Food was yummy, service was amazing, and the atmosphere was delightful! Old times restaurant. Felt like I was a little girl again out with my family listening to the older folks talk. Such a wonderful experience!
Chris Thomas
Mar 20,2025
Came in about 4pm on a Sunday, sit anywhere, waitress came right over, took my order promptly. Food was served quickly, had the catfish dinner which had to be the best catfish I've ever had in my 40 years on this earth. Highly recommend!

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